Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Austin.
Each week, there are 99 Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, select the 05:30 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:45 with Southwest Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AUS to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, so getting to Los Angeles (and then visiting more of United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is American Airlines.
United Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for AUS to LAX flights, with 89.47% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AUS and LAX:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
El Paso International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
At the moment, 56 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 123 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from AUS to LAX.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from AUS to LAX.
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Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
AUS is located at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
81.23% of flights leaving Austin-Bergstrom International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of AUS.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Austin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near AUS:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Book a hotel close to LAX if you're catching a late Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUS to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in United States, consider San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
